Vehicle History Reports

Using a car's unique vehicle identification number (VIN), vehicle history reports usually tell you about:

Significant damage from accidents.

Flood damage.

Whether the car has ever been stolen.

Sometimes cars can be repaired to look like new on the outside but still have internal damage. Knowing the complete history of a car can help you make a more informed decision about your purchase.

Massachusetts Lemon Law

The Massachusetts lemon law allows you to return a car for refund if:

It receives a rejection sticker within 7 days of the purchase date.

The cost of the repairs must also be more than 10% of the purchase price.

You have a written statement from the inspection station that:

Describes the reason the vehicle failed.

Estimates the cost of repairs.

Is signed by the inspector.

If your vehicle meets these conditions, you must bring it back to the seller within 14 days of the purchase, along with the letter from the inspector and a letter written by you requesting a refund under the lemon law.

For more information about the lemon law, including what to do if a seller reuses your refund request, see our Lemon Law in Massachusetts page.

Forms

RMV-1

Application for Registration and Title

Application to title and register your vehicle with the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles.